From the Desk of: Tim Veurink

“Thanks God but where’s the Color TV?”

When our children were young we would celebrate Christmas by reminding them that God gave us His Son Jesus but also used this time as an opportunity to teach them the value of giving to those who were less fortunate than us.

During one Christmas season we contacted a local Women’s Shelter to see if they had anyone who needed some help. They of course had several women who did and gave us the contact information of a single mom who was homeless but recently found a place to live. She had two children and had nothing. She had given the shelter a list of items that they needed and the shelter in turn past the list on to us.

 So on one afternoon we took the list and went shopping.  We bought many items like an assortment of clothes, dishes, silverware, pots and pans, toys, and even a couple of kid’s bikes.  We went grocery shopping and bought enough food to fully stock her pantry for a long time. We all had a lot of fun and bought everything on her list plus much more. One exception though, was a color TV that was on her list-that we did not buy.  

With a loaded pickup truck we showed up at this mom’s home and backed the truck up to the front door where we were greeted by the mom and her two children. We all pitched in and unloaded everything. Inside the home it was empty with the exception of a small dinette set off from the kitchen. My wife Pat, took on the kitchen and began putting dishes away and stocking the pantry.  I was in the family room with my tool box assembling various items.

After a couple of hours we began to wrap things up and say our good byes. Then the mom says this. “Thanks for everything but where’s the color TV”? ................ Um say what?   Not sure we said anything and we pulled out of the driveway.  Down the road we went both Pat and I were silent for about 4 or 5 blocks. Then we could not hold back and the complaining and bashing was on. Things like “Can you believe her”?  “Who does she think she is”?  “Doesn’t she see that we gave her what she really needed”?  She does not appreciate this and wants a stupid TV instead”?  “Does she have any idea how much time and money we spent on her”?  On and on we went thinking the more we bashed her that somehow it would make our own hurt feel better.

Then we drove by a church and in the front yard was a nativity seen. Instantly I was convicted of what it meant and in the back of mind I heard this voice saying. “Tim so who do you think you are”? I have given to you my Son Jesus Christ as your Savior because I love you and you needed Him. You are a sinner but He is perfect and without sin. He gave sight to the blind, made the lame walk, spoke with all authority, walked on water, He gave the dead life. He loved and forgave sinners. He died for you and raised himself from the dead so you could have life.  He has always loved you and there is nothing you have ever done or could ever do to separate yourself from his gift of grace and love. Did I mention that He loves you? How often do you reduce me the Holy God to a cosmic Santa Clause asking for worthless things?  So do you think you can judge the motives of this mom?  

Okay, Okay- I get it.

With those thoughts I said to Pat that our lack of gratitude is no different than that of this single mom. Pat said what do you mean?  I explained to her my conviction and that we celebrate this season because God has given us everything including His most precious Son so we can be saved from sin and have eternal life.  Yet we find ourselves being very ungrateful as well. Anytime we do not trust God and go our own selfish way we too are saying- “Thanks God but where’s the color TV”

I have a desire to Trust and Obey God every day and I am grateful that he loves me and has given me this great gift of his Son. I am also reminded that even when I am a knuckle head and start to focus on selfish desires. God still gently reminds me to have an attitude of gratitude I need to rethink what is really important.

¹¹ Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. Luke 2:11 NIV

¹⁶ For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. ¹⁷ For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him.¹⁸ Whoever believes in him is not condemned, but whoever does not believe stands condemned already because they have not believed in the name of God’s one and only Son. John 3:16-18 NIV

As you celebrate Christmas this year remember what God has done for you by sending His Son. God is always good and is worthy of our worship.

Merry Christmas to All!!

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Mollee Veurink recently made some puppy chow this week....3 batches! So, here is the tasty recipe for your Holiday Parties. Whether you are RVing on the road this Holiday Season or just hanging around at home...this is the PERFECT treat to make. 

It is the ultimate treat for entertaining.

I'm sure you have many holiday parties coming up, where you need to provide a tasty treat. Who doesn't love some peanut butter, chocolate, and a little crunch? If you don't like that....I don't know if we can be friends ;D

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I made 3 batches of this mix for my students at the school I work at, as well as my fellow co-workers. Let's just say, they were puppies CHOWING down! I bought some cute boxes from Hobby Lobby and some tags and wrote their names on them and personalized it. 

My rule of thumb...presentation matters!!

Even if it is just 
puppy chow in a box.

I have always used this recipe from 

Moms Who Think 

....so, hats off to you!

For those wondering...I bought 2 of the family sized Crispex Cereals (Rice or Corn will work.) This made 3 batches....I still had a little left of unused cereal in one of the boxes. Depending on how much you're making....hopefully this gave you an idea of how much to get at the store. I LOVE this recipe because it has just the right amount of ingredients. It's not too much powdered sugar, where it is too sweet, and it has just the right amount of peanut butter and chocolate!

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Your Grocery List:

1/2 cup peanut butter

1/4 cup butter

1 cup chocolate chips

1/2 teaspoon vanilla

9 cups Crispix cereal (any flavor)

3 cups powdered sugar

How to whip it up:

1. Combine peanut butter, butter and chocolate chips in a microwave safe bowl.

2. Microwave for one minute then stir to blend all ingredients thoroughly. Add 1/2 teaspoon vanilla. Stir well.

3. Place the 9 cups of Crispix cereal in a very large bowl.

4. Pour the peanut butter-chocolate mixture over the cereal and toss evenly, making sure all the cereal gets a good covering.

5. Place the powdered sugar in a large zip-lock type plastic bag.

6. Add the peanut butter-chocolate cereal mixture to the bag, leaving enough room for the puppy chow to be shaken (you may have to divide the mixture into smaller batches, coating one batch at a time).

7. Shake the bag vigorously to evenly coat each piece of the puppy chow with powdered sugar.

8. Once the mixture is fully coated, place in a large serving bowl.

9. Coat any additional pieces by shaking the mixture in the powdered sugar filled bag.  Add powdered sugar to the bag as needed until all the mixture is coated.

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Enjoy this tasty recipe.

 Whether you are entertaining or making it for you and your family....it'll top off your Holiday Season!

-Mollee Veurink

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Veurinks' RV Salesman: J O E L

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J O E L

TUCKER

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Meet Veurinks' RV Salesman, Joel Tucker.

Joel went to Morley Stanwood High school and graduated in 2001, with the graduating class of '85. He attended Grand Valley State University and graduated with a degree in Marketing. During his time at GVSU, he was the Vice President of the Business Fraternity (Delta Sigma Pi) and was a part of the American Marketing Association.  

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Joel has a wife named, Erin Tucker, and a daughter named, Evangline, who is 9 months old. He also has two dogs:

Dog #1 (Duke, 10 years old)

Dog #2 (Vader, 5 years old)

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"As I am new to RV world, I have picked up several important tips. The one that resonates most with me would be the following: When you are checking into your campsite and you are about to back in or park your trailer, it is wise to have your wife, girlfriend, spouse, with the kids, take a tour of the campground so that you can park the trailer by yourself. As an argument or disagreement can arise very quickly if the spouse is there trying to “help” or “coach” you into your spot. By having them away you can prevent your camping trip from starting out with a argument." -Joel

Gus Macker Tournament 2014

When Joel isn't at work, he enjoys the following activities: Movie watching (I enjoy a good movie), reading (a good mystery of thriller.) He enjoys taking his 2 dogs for walks on the Kentwood walking trails and playing fetch at the local dog park....he has a German Shepard and Husky/Shepard mix. He really enjoys playing basketball, along with playing with his wife and friends on game nights (I enjoy winning!) Joel also loves traveling internationally. His first trip was in high school and that was built from being born in Guam. The countries he haas traveled to are Spain, Germany, Italy, Turkey, Greece, and Rome.   

Joel's favorite place to go RVing is Oxbow Park in Newaygo, Michigan. He says it is a great place for year round vacationing with a beautiful lake to boat in and beach to swim.

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"I love that people are very passionate about RVing. It is a great way to explore new places and meet new people. As North American is very expansive, and we don’t have a good transportation system that allows you to travel around the country, RVing allows you to do that with the comfort of home.  I admire people that want to “see it all” and an RV allows you to do that. I am seeing people of all ages taking up RVing and I realize that RVing is for everyone, whether it be with a pop-up or a fifth wheel. The options or endless if you want to hit the open road or camp each weekend at your favorite campground."

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Joel has a Facebook page, where he would love for you to head on over and join it. He will be uploading the latest tips and tricks, as well as tours of the latest RV's that you must see! It will be a place for you to get to know him and share your RV experience with him. If you are one of his customers, looking for an RV, or know of anyone who might be....send them on over to Joel! 

Share the RV lifestyle with Joel and other fellow RVers.

Get Connected: Joel VRV

Also, check out one of Joel's recent show through videos tours:

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Veurinks' RV Salesman: J O R D A N

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J O R D A N
MULDER

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Meet one of our newer Salesman, Jordan Mulder.
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Jordan attended South Christian High School and is now currently studying at Davenport University. He is studying to get a Bachelors in Business Administration and a specialty in Entrepreneurship.

 He has a married sister, that just welcomed their first child in the world named, Adalyn Grace. Jordan also has a married brother that has a sixth month old son named, Carson Jordan. He also has an awesome girlfriend of over 3 1/2 years named, Holly.
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When not working at Veurinks' RV Center and attending school, Jordan has several hobbies that he likes to do.

"I love to fish, hunt, target shoot, wakeboard, wake surf, go tubing, snowboarding, and go skim boarding. I also like to play a game of basketball or football.  Also, I love to go to the beach, sit by a campfire when I camp, relax in a hammock by the lake, and go garage saling!" -Jordan.

Jordan's favorite place to go RVing is Holland State Park, in Holland, Michigan.


Photo Credit: A Daily Dose of Davis

As a helpful RVing tip, Jordan says, "Always put your awning up and pack up your tents if there is a storm. We've had an awning wrecked and had to chase after a tent blowing away in the wind."

Jordan likes the RV industry because he loves how many different options there are and the various floor plans that are available. You have a variety to choose from and are sure to get your needs met, when selecting an RV for you and your family.
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With all fun and games, Jordan won the award "Most Likely to Get Arrested in Public" at our company's holiday party a few nights ago. It was an ugly sweater themed party and the judges thought the outfit he was sporting would get him arrested! 

Next time you are in our dealership, ask him what he won!

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Check out Jordan's show through videos featuring some of our newest RVs at Veurinks' RV Center. He will be able to help and assist you with all of your RVing needs! 

Feel free to give him a call or stop on in.

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